Hunter Adams is recruiting a Temporary HR Coordinator on behalf of a third sector organisation based in Edinburgh, to support the effective delivery of its People & Culture agenda. This contract role plays a key part in delivering an effective, customer focused HR operations service across the full colleague lifecycle for both employees and volunteers.
The Role
As a HR Coordinator, you will be the first point of contact for colleagues and managers, providing operational HR support and coordinating People activities including recruitment, onboarding, payroll liaison, reporting and policy guidance. You will work closely with the wider People & Culture team to improve processes, enhance the colleague experience and support the organisation’s People Strategy.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide advice and support across the full colleague lifecycle for employees and volunteers
* Draft and issue People related communications and maintain accurate records
* Coordinate recruitment and attraction activities, ensuring a positive candidate experience
* Maintain People systems and produce People reports, ensuring GDPR compliance
* Support payroll processes and wider People Operations activities
* Identify and implement process improvements and self-service solutions
* Work collaboratively across teams to deliver high professional standards
About You
* Experience in a role at a similar level with responsibility for coordinating and delivering activities at all stages of the colleague lifecycle.
* Good knowledge and understanding of HR practice – ideally demonstrated through a professional qualification (e.g. CIPD), or evidence of relevant experience.
* Experience working in a busy, customer-focused environment
* Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
* Strong stakeholder management skills, including engagement with senior leaders
* Experience within the charity or not for profit sector
* Empathy with the aims and values of charitable organisations
Why Apply?
This is a great opportunity to contribute to a values driven organisation and play a meaningful role in shaping a positive colleague experience.
This is a contract role, due to run until end June 2026.
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